Maya Highness, M.D.
Maya Highness, M.D. has practiced family medicine for 13+ years, working in group practice. She graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 2013 and has 13+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 22% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Uses generic medications more than 47% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2972dNPPES updated 2018-03-17 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1055 Centerville Cir, Vadnais Heights, MN 55127-5033
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.5%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.6 pts)
3.5% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.3%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MinnesotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
115
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
362
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,629
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $330k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,431 reporting peers in Minnesota.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.36 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2013
University of Minnesota Medical School
13 years in practice
Established
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Minnesota Medical School (Class of 2013)
Mailing address
2500 Blaisdell Ave Apt 404, Minneapolis, MN 55404-4227
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Maya Highness
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Maya Highness for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Vadnais Heights required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maya Highness
Dr. Highness is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Vadnais Heights, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (651) 326-5900.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Maya Highness
Practice Location
1055 Centerville Cir, Vadnais Heights, MN 55127-5033
Mailing Address
2500 Blaisdell Ave Apt 404, Minneapolis, MN 55404-4227
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